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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is an American politician and activist serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 14th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she gained national attention for her progressive policies and advocacy on issues such as climate change, healthcare, and economic inequality. Ocasio-Cortez is known for her grassroots campaigning and her ability to mobilize young voters, making her a prominent figure in the progressive wing of the party.

Oct 28, 2019

I represent a community--I represent the Bronx, and we have some of the highest rates of childhood asthma in the country.

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Oct 28, 2019

I am--I would like to do my job, and I try not to get out of my job at every opportunity.

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Oct 28, 2019

This is a hearing about California.

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Oct 28, 2019

I find it quite ironic that Republicans want to consistently invoke states' rights to regulate a woman's body but apparently that is not good enough to regulate a car.

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Oct 28, 2019

So what the Trump Administration is effectively trying to do is to force the state to lower its standards. Correct?

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Oct 22, 2019

Victory would be achieved when, quote, 'average citizens,' quote/unquote, understand uncertainties in climate science.

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Oct 22, 2019

So you won't take down lies, or you will take down lies? That one is just a pretty simple yes or no?

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Oct 22, 2019

So you may flag that it is wrong, but you won't take it down?

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Oct 22, 2019

We do a disservice to our most vulnerable communities when we don't provide these new sets of opportunities for them.

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